Impulse Space

In-space propulsion and payload mobility

Enterprise Software Engineer Intern

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Internship · Summer 2027Redondo Beach, CA, USA$32 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
Foundational programming experience in Python and JavaScript or TypeScript.
Academic or project experience building web applications or RESTful APIs, such as using FastAPI or Node.js.
Familiarity with relational databases and writing SQL queries, such as PostgreSQL.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of internal web applications and APIs using Python, FastAPI, Node.js, and React.
Build, optimize, and monitor data pipelines and integrations using Airbyte, PostgreSQL, and AWS Redshift to support enterprise data analytics and cross-system data flow.
Collaborate with the enterprise team to integrate core business platforms, such as ERP, MES, and supply chain systems, that support day-to-day spacecraft manufacturing operations.
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code while participating in code reviews and agile development workflows.
Support the deployment, configuration, and monitoring of cloud-based infrastructure and stateless applications within AWS.
Troubleshoot software issues, investigate data anomalies, and implement scalable fixes under the mentorship of senior engineers.

As an Enterprise Software Engineer Intern on the Enterprise Operations Software team, you will gain hands-on experience building and integrating the critical systems and data pipelines that power our spacecraft manufacturing and business operations. You will work alongside experienced engineers to design, build, and deploy scalable applications and integrations utilizing modern cloud and database technologies.

This role is ideal for students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field who want to gain meaningful experience building robust enterprise solutions in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

*This internship is 12 weeks long from May/June through August/September 2027*

Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of internal web applications and APIs using Python, FastAPI, Node.js, and React.
Build, optimize, and monitor data pipelines and integrations utilizing Airbyte, PostgreSQL, and AWS Redshift to support enterprise data analytics and cross-system data flow.
Collaborate with the enterprise team to integrate core business platforms (such as ERP, MES, and supply chain systems) that support day-to-day spacecraft manufacturing operations.
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code while actively participating in code reviews and agile development workflows.
Support the deployment, configuration, and monitoring of cloud-based infrastructure and stateless applications within AWS.
Troubleshoot software issues, investigate data anomalies, and implement scalable fixes under the mentorship of senior engineers.

Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
Foundational programming experience in Python and JavaScript/TypeScript.
Academic or project experience building web applications or RESTful APIs (e.g., using FastAPI or Node.js).
Familiarity with relational databases and writing SQL queries (e.g., PostgreSQL).
Excellent problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new enterprise technologies and methodologies.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.

About the Company

Impulse Space

In-space propulsion and payload mobility

Impulse Space builds in-space mobility services and propulsion to move payloads after launch. Its products include Mira for precise maneuvering and rendezvous, Helios high-energy kick stage, Caravan rideshare to higher-energy orbits, and propulsion lines Saiph, Deneb, and Rigel. These tools act as in-space tugs and stages to push, dock, and deploy payloads in orbit. Led by SpaceX veteran Tom Mueller, Impulse Space uses flight-proven hardware and a growing network of facilities to make reaching higher-energy orbits faster and cheaper, expanding access for customers.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Series D
Total funding: $1.4B
Headquarters: Redondo Beach, CA
Founded: 2021

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